Pressing: an in-depth analysis, and how it defined the Melbourne Derby
The pressing from either side dictated the tactical battle as City’s sprung a surprise win in the Melbourne derby
Category: A-League
Match Analysis: Sydney FC 0-2 Wellington Phoenix
A brace from Nathan Burns meant Wellington Phoenix leapfrogged Sydney FC into fourth spot.
Match Analysis: Adelaide United 0-1 Brisbane Roar
Henrique’s lone goal was the difference as Josep Gombau’s constant formation changes dictated the tactical battle.
The role and importance of Perth Glory’s attacking full-backs
Scott Jamieson and Josh Risdon have been integral to Perth Glory’s resounding start to the season
Match Analysis: Western Sydney Wanderers 0-1 Brisbane Roar
Henrique’s early penalty was enough for Brisbane to secure a first win under new boss Frans Thijssen.
Match Analysis: Western Sydney Wanderers 1-1 Sydney FC
The Wanderers dominated the first half, but didn’t make the most of their chances, and the game petered out into a stalemate.
How Perth Glory press, and why it means they are the league leaders
After eight rounds, Perth still sit top of the A-League ladder. It’s felt a bit like no one has taken them seriously, but increasingly, Kenny Lowe’s side are proving they are genuine challengers this season, by virtue of their high press.
Match Analysis: Melbourne Victory 3-2 Adelaide United
A frantic first half saw five goals in thirty-five minutes, but Adelaide were unable to equalise despite dominating the rest of the match.
Match Analysis: Wellington Phoenix 5-1 Melbourne City
Nathan Burns got a hat-trick as Wellington Phoenix thumped Melbourne City.
Five things to watch – A-League Round Eight
We’re just past the first quarter mark of the season, but there’s still plenty of questions tactically about a number of sides this season, which are dictating the main talking points of the eighth round of the season.
Match Analysis: Western Sydney Wanderers 1-1 Newcastle Jets
Two struggling sides finished with a point apiece.
Match Analysis: Melbourne Victory 1-0 Brisbane Roar
It turned out that Jade North’s own goal was enough to not only condemn Brisbane to their fifth defeat of the season, but also, to end Mike Mulvey’s time at the club.